In his inaugural address, President Barack Obama says enduring security and lasting peace do not require perpetual war. But he said the U.S. will defend itself through 'strengths of arms and rule of law.' (Jan. 21)

Raw: Biden takes public oath of office

Vice President Joe Biden has taken a ceremonial oath office, kicking off the start of his second term with President Barack Obama. (Jan. 21)

Chicago Tribune reporter Jenniffer Weigel talks with Chicago Tribune/Washington D.C. Bureau reporter Katherine Skiba about the demand for inauguration tickets and the comparison between this year's inauguration and Obama's first inauguration in 2009.

Scene from Capitol Hill: In preparation for inaugural ceremony

Chicago Tribune reporter Jenniffer Weigel captures the scene today from Capitol Hill as it is in preparation for tomorrow's inaugural ceremony. (Posted: January 20, 2013)

Raw: Obama Sworn in for Second Term

On the cusp of his second term, President Barack Obama took the oath of office in an intimate White House ceremony, a swearing-in ritual he will repeat on Monday before a massive crowd at the Capitol. (Jan. 20)

Biden sworn in for second term

WASHINGTON (AFP) - (AFP) - US Vice President Joe Biden re-took the oath of office Sunday as Barack Obama officially begins his second term, a day ahead of public festivities planned for Monday. Duration: 01:01.

Raw: Obama, Biden Lay Wreath at Arlington

President Barack Obama and Vice President Joe Biden have laid a wreath at Arlington National Cemetery. Their visit came shortly after Biden was sworn in to a second term, and before Obama will be sworn in later at the White House. (Jan. 20)